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as in grind
an established and often automatic or monotonous series of actions followed when engaging in some activity
part of my morning routine is drinking a cup of coffee while reading the newspaper
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as in normal
being of the type that is encountered in the normal course of events
this is just a routine inspection
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as in ceremonial
following or agreeing with established form, custom, or rules
the routine procedure for filing a complaint with the board
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as in usual
often observed or encountered
the movie is a routine thriller that has little to recommend it
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Recent Examples of routine
Megan Feringa, New York Times, 29 May 2025
This can include creating a consistent dental care routine and avoiding certain habits.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 29 May 2025
Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 30 May 2025
For example, automating routine reports on cloud usage and spending delivers accurate insights while freeing teams to focus on higher-value activities.
—Kyle Campos, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
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Noun
There are times the Real Sociedad midfielder considers changing her routine.
—Megan Feringa, New York Times, 29 May 2025
This can include creating a consistent dental care routine and avoiding certain habits.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 29 May 2025
Adjective
Autism is associated with a preference for routine.
—Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 30 May 2025
For example, automating routine reports on cloud usage and spending delivers accurate insights while freeing teams to focus on higher-value activities.
—Kyle Campos, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for routine
Noun
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For those who follow the White Sox, however, it’s been a long grind to close out this chapter.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
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This is especially true with Saturn getting down to business in your sixth house of routines and daily grind.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
26 May 2025
Noun
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The aim was to explore what helps students step out of their comfort zones and what kind of personal insights result from that exercise.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Pierce & Ward Bar Stool $349 West Elm Pierce and Ward’s collaboration with West Elm is an exercise in thoughtful maximalism, and these matching bar stools add lots of personality to any cocktail hour arrangements.—
Kelly Dawson,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2025
Noun
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When the Parks and Recreation alum was shot and killed at just 59 years old during a dispute with his neighbor on Sunday, June 1, his husband, Tristan Kern de Gonzales, claimed the act of violence was a hate crime.—
Liza Esquibias,
People.com,
3 June 2025
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As a kid growing up in Macclesfield, Ellis loved MGMT, Vampire Weekend, Bombay Bicycle Club, and other indie acts.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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In the months since Trump was reelected and returned to the White House, American doctors have shown skyrocketing interest in becoming licensed in Canada, where dozens more than normal have already been cleared to practice, according to Canadian licensing officials and recruiting businesses.—
Brett Kelman,
NPR,
29 May 2025
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In a revealing interview on Insight With Chris Van Vliet, Omos detailed his journey from assuming his rapid growth was normal to facing a critical health crisis.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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Although White was technically sworn in Tuesday night, a ceremonial swearing-in is set to take place at the June 3 City Council Committee of the Whole meeting.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
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While the ceremonial aspects of the visit drew attention, the event reinforced Canada’s current position on the world stage and the role of the monarchy in reinforcing that status.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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Temperatures will remain cooler than usual, with highs reaching 69 degrees in the metro.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2025
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When the Grand National Tour stopped in Arizona on Wednesday (May 27), SZA was doing her usual pre-show ritual of greeting fans outside during her NOT Beauty pop-up.—
Mya Abraham,
VIBE.com,
29 May 2025
Noun
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The Mets, meanwhile, are in a bit of a rut, boasting a 5-5 record over their last 10 games.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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Despite the rut, confidence hasn’t wavered in Ohio State ending the drought.—
Cameron Teague Robinson,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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These practices are all essential for maintaining cognitive function.—
Mill Etienne,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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Experts and former Elite teachers see similar practices happening at Elite.—
Kristen Taketa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 May 2025
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“Routine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/routine. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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